Patrick Bloom serves as Senior Vice President of Government Relations for Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. Mr. Bloom joined Cliffs in 2008 as a Government Relations Representative and has served in roles of increasing responsibility for the company throughout his career. As Cleveland-Cliffs’ Senior Vice President of Government Relations, he maintains oversight of the Company’s Government Relations function and has primary responsibility for matters relating to public policy, political affairs and maintaining Cliffs’ relationships with policymakers at the local, state and federal levels of government.

Patrick is also responsible for the Company’s Community Relations function and oversees administration of The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation, which engages in Cleveland-Cliffs’ host communities by partnering with non-profit organizations in fields such as education, human services, health and the arts.

Mr. Bloom holds a bachelor’s degree from Miami University, an M.A. in Public Policy and Administration from Northwestern University and a Graduate Certificate in Business Management from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. Prior to joining Cleveland-Cliffs, Patrick gained experience through various local, state and federal campaign and public policy-oriented roles. Patrick serves as a Trustee of The Cleveland-Cliffs Foundation, chairs the American Iron and Steel Institute’s Council of U.S. Producers and previously served as a member of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Cleveland’s Bridge Board. He was recognized as a member of Crain’s Cleveland Business 40 Under 40 Class of 2023.

Patrick and his wife, Jaci, reside in Rocky River with their two sons, Benton (age 9), Jay (age 7), and a dog named Lottie.